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Archives: January 2018

We’re almost three weeks into the New Year, but it’s not too late to develop goals for 2018. Now is the perfect time to jump right in and start fresh in your current home! Need ideas? Here are a few real estate goals that you can achieve this year. Fix Those Pesky Maintenance Issues Maybe […]

Even the most coveted neighborhoods can become a nightmare when living next to the wrong people – and can drive the most Zen person crazy. In fact, a company called BioPet Vet Lab has been selling its PooPrints DNA testing kits to catch those bad neighbors who don’t pick up after their dogs. A dog owner […]

Davis Islands is arguably the best location in Tampa to live. Residents pay a premium for homes that would be much more affordable in other neighborhoods, especially outside of South Tampa. Whether you live in a home that is just 10 years old or one that is several decades old, you might be one of […]

The Tampa Bay area is a great place to live, work and play for many reasons, including its climate, affordability, strong economy and Florida lifestyle. Boasting beautiful beaches, lakes and bays, the waterfront lifestyle here includes boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing or just enjoying sand between your toes and amazing sunsets relaxing on the beach. […]

Our last child is preparing to graduate, the family homestead no longer makes sense. Why? We don’t need five bedrooms for the two of us We never swim in the pool, but constantly pay to have it maintained We have a ½ acre that I might walk around once a month We live in a […]

A Growing Downtown District We have all heard about the new Water Street Tampa district, the downtown mega-development by Jeff Vinik’s Strategic Property Partners. But did you realize how many more projects are in the works in the surrounding areas? Recently, I had the privilege of taking a narrated bus tour to learn more and see how […]

Scammers are Getting Smarter Unfortunately, you’ve probably received phishing emails, had your social media account hacked or your credit card compromised. But most likely you were able to spot the scammer or quickly resolve the issue. But with the thriving real estate market, criminals are targeting home buyers, sellers and renters. One such incident hit […]

A 20% down payment is a significant chunk of change. But with enough time to prepare and a little bit of creative budgeting, you’ll be able to save up for your new home sooner than you think. Follow these helpful budgeting tips to get started! Break Down Your Budget While it’s never a bad idea […]